Acupressure for Back Pain

Acupressure for back pain is a treatment often offered by acupuncturists, chiropractors and massage therapists. Acupressure is similar to acupuncture, except no needles are used. Instead, acupressure works on correcting chi/qi imbalances using direct concentrated pressure to the body�s pressure points.

Acupressure for Back Pain Theory

Acupressure is a treatment designed to correct chi/qi flow problems along pathways called meridians. These chi/qi meridians are conduits for life energy throughout the body. Vital points lie mostly on these meridians and these are the points used during acupressure treatment. Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that all conditions of health and disease relate directly to the proper flow of life energy in the body.

Acupressure for Back Pain Views

Western medicine has studied both acupuncture and acupressure techniques. Science has not found an explanation for some results, but has found corresponding nerve, reflex and glandular reactions to a variety of acupressure applications. Acupressure is far more than a massage. It is the purposeful and concentrated force applied to a specific point on the body to elicit a specific result. A trained acupressurist is a versatile healthcare provider that can offer assistance for a variety of back pain problems.

Recommendation on Acupressure for Back Pain

I have studied acupressure for many years, as it relates to the martial arts. Acupressure is used in both healing and damaging applications in many styles of martial art. It always amazes me how a seemingly insignificant amount of force can have huge consequences when delivered to the correct area of the body. I have been fortunate to train with some of the best pressure point masters in the world and have integrated their teachings into my own teaching and training.

One of the best personal experiences I ever had with acupressure was from my chiropractor in Thailand. This particular doctor had a great knowledge of the body and used many healing methods besides simple spinal manipulation. During my training in Muay Thai (Thai boxing), I relied heavily upon him to keep me in shape for training, despite many injuries. The acupressure techniques he used were extremely effective for muscular injuries and general soreness.

If you are seeking an alternative complementary form of back care, check out acupressure. It might just be a valuable piece to your pain relief puzzle.
Acupressure for Back Pain to Lower Back Pain Home page 1/12/07 Revised 5/25/08